How to avoid an avalanche

Fearless Forward

Failing to prepare and adapt can lead to dangerous situations, like getting lost in treacherous conditions. These outcomes can be life-threatening and make it difficult for us to reach safety.

Arno de Jong faced that when taking his friend on a winter hike in the Alps. They encountered more snow than Arno had expected, which posed a risk of avalanches and made navigation difficult.

In his conversation with Sally-Anne, Arno recounts his adventure, how he dealt with the fear and led his friend to safety, and what his encounter can teach others.

Reasons to listen

• Hear an inspiring story of partnership, decision-making, and overcoming fear in high-stakes situations.
• Discover how to effectively assess and adapt to unpredictable conditions in challenging environments.
• Learn about the importance of having contingency plans and being ready to adapt to changing circumstances.

Highlights

• [00:01:21] A simple winter hike
• [00:05:03] Breaking in to escape the cold
• [00:14:48] A steep and icy climb
• [00:25:35] Arno's risk assessment grid
• [00:29:11] Post-adventure analysis
• [00:33:00] What Arno learned
• [00:37:43] Mountains speak, wise men listen
• [00:40:35] What "fearless forward" means for Arno
• [00:44:24] What we’ve learned

Resources

• Connect with Arno via LinkedIn
• AlpAdventures
• Connect with Sally-Anne via LinkedIn